Ag. Investigator, Sr. - Ag. Resources

　　Posting Begin Date: 2024/01/23

　　Posting End Date: 2024/02/06

　　Category: Agriculture

　　Sub Category: Natural Resources

　　Work Type: Full Time

　　Location: Twin Falls, ID, United States

　　Minimum Salary: 23.18

　　Maximum Salary: 23.18

　　Pay Rate Type: Hourly

　　Description

　　Description

　　"Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation."

　　The Idaho Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for an Agriculture Investigator Senior in the division of Agriculture Resources located in the Magic Valley area.

　　This posting will close on 2/6/2024 at 11:59 p.m.

　　Example of Duties

　　Key Responsibilities:

　　· Conduct investigations of alleged pesticide damage and misuse.

　　· Collect evidence (photographs, samples, written statements, interviews, and documentation) to compile into written report.

　　· Prepare fact-finding reports to document compliance with federal and state laws and rules.

　　· Evaluate, inspect and provide compliance assistance to professional and private pesticide applicators, dealers and manufacturers for compliance with federal and state laws and rules.

　　· Evaluate, inspect and provide compliance assistance to professional and private applicators on irrigation systems used for chemigation to assure chemicals do not contaminate ground and surface water.

　　· Evaluate, inspect and provide compliance assistance to agricultural producers and workers and pesticide applicators for compliance with the Worker Protection Standard.

　　· Travel by car between various work sites in an assigned area is required.

　　· Provide assistance to other department programs as needed.

　　· A cell phone with an Idaho area code, furnished by the employee, is required for this position and is eligible for reimbursement under the Cell Phone Reimbursement policy.

　　This position requires the incumbent obtain a pesticide Statewide Consultant license during the entry probationary period.

　　Requirements

　　· This position requires travel between various work sites and limited overnight travel.

　　· The incumbent will need to obtain a Professional Applicator's License with a Pesticide Consultant's License category and a Chemigation License category during the entry probationary period.

　　· Must be willing to work around pesticides.

　　· Must be willing to provide good, unbiased customer service.

　　· Must be able to do the following: work in inclement weather, negotiate rough terrain, stand for lengthy periods of time, and lift at least fifty (50) pounds.

　　· Must possess a valid Idaho Driver’s license.

　　· Must have (or obtain) a cell phone with an Idaho area code.

　　This position requires the incumbent to annually pass a medical examination and respirator fit test and be capable of using a respirator for an extended period of time.

　　· This position requires the incumbent to be able to work in inclement weather, be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to be able to stand for long periods of time.

　　This announcement will remain open until this position has been filled. Referred lists will be pulled periodically. Apply as soon as possible to ensure you will be considered for this position.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Minimum Qualifications: This qualification is a mandatory requirement.

　　· Experience preparing narrative reports.

　　Specialty Qualifications: These qualifications are mandatory requirements for this recruitment.

　　· Good knowledge of the use, hazards, and disposal of pesticides.

　　· Some knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to pesticides, hazardous materials, and/or environmental issues.

　　· Experience interviewing, preparing scientific papers, investigative reports and/or written statements.

　　· Good knowledge of computer operations and word processing software.

　　· Able to pass a baseline medical examination and be physically able to use a respirator for an extended period of time while handling pesticides or responding to emergency situations involving pesticides.

　　· This position requires a valid driver's license.

　　Supplemental Information

　　Desirable Qualifications: These qualifications are not required; however, if you have the related background it may increase your score.

　　· Ability to communicate (oral and/or written) using the Spanish language.

　　· A current Professional Applicator’s license in Idaho with the Statewide Consultant category.

　　· Experience making educational presentations.

　　· Some knowledge of investigative procedures for damage claims including developing evidence, establishing relationships, determining responsibilities, and conflicts of interest.

　　· Good knowledge of the classification and application of pesticides and fertilizers and the effects pesticides can have on humans, animals, and the environment; scientific research principles and techniques related to chemistry and biology; Integrated Pest Management (IPM), various agricultural crops and ornamental plants; causes of plant damage; and/or sampling protocols and techniques.

　　Temporary appointments from this announcement, serving at least one thousand forty (1,040) hours of continuous service, may be hired as an entrance probationary employee without further examination for the same classification and location as announced.

　　Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture!

　　If you have questions,

　　please contact us at:

　　[email protected] or at (208) 332-8520

　　The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

　　The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] .

　　Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

　　BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION

　　We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.

　　EXCELLENT BENEFITS

　　Excellent medical, dental and vision (https://ogi.idaho.gov/benefits-plans/) insurance-employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.00/month for dental

　　generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start

　　11 paid holidays a year

　　paid parental leave

　　multiple savings plans, optional 401K, and optional 457

　　basic life insurance for employee and family

　　employee covered at one times their annual salary

　　spouse covered at $10,000

　　child covered at $5,000

　　wellness programs

　　ongoing training opportunities

　　an opportunity for student loan forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)

　　and more!